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Melbourne Cup Carnival 2024 on sale now

12 March 2024 Written by VRC

Tickets and popular experiences to one of the world’s biggest sporting and entertainment events, the 2024 Melbourne Cup Carnival, go on sale today.

The best horses, trainers, jockeys, fashion, food and entertainment will be found at Flemington for the 2024 Melbourne Cup Carnival:

Racegoers can take advantage of exceptional early bird pricing on general admission tickets until 31 July 2024, with adult tickets starting at $48 on VRC Oaks Day and TAB Champions Stakes Day, $65 on Penfolds Victoria Derby Day and $75 for Lexus Melbourne Cup Day. Children under 12 accompanied by an adult are admitted free of charge – a rarity for a major event.

All ticketing includes entry to Flemington’s ultimate playground The Park including Fashions on the Field, the Live Stage which is home to some of Australia’s biggest and best musical acts, delectable food and beverages and all-round entertainment.

For those looking to elevate their 2024 race day at Flemington, premium experiences including The Furphy Deck, The Rose Room, The Terrace, Skyline Lounge, Skyline Dining, Lucky’s and new The Favourite go on sale today, joining the Makybe Diva Marquee and Parade Lounge which are already on sale.

The ever-popular Mates Rates also goes on sale today for VRC Oaks Day and TAB Champions Stakes Day, offering eventgoers the chance to secure their own spot on the famous Flemington Front Lawn for a day filled with Group 1 racing, awesome Winning Post views and live entertainment.

Private facilities including Hill Stand Suites, Panoramic and The Silks Pavilion are also on sale from today.

Off the back of a magical 2023 Melbourne Cup Carnival which saw more than 262,000 people flock to Flemington, VRC Chief Executive Officer Steve Rosich said the club was gearing up for an even bigger 2024.

“There are few better ways to enjoy Melbourne’s spring than at Cup Week,” Mr Rosich said.

“The Melbourne Cup Carnival brings together the best in racing, live entertainment, fashion and hospitality and there is a ticket option to suit any budget.

“We are pleased to be offering early bird prices for General Admission tickets until 31 July to provide even greater accessibility and value for money.

“And for those wanting to secure a spot in some of Flemington’s most loved locations including The Furphy Deck, The Rose Room and Lucky’s, plus brand new for 2024 The Favourite, now is the time to start planning and get booking before we sell out.”

Ticketing information for VRC members and further corporate hospitality and dining packages will be released in the coming months. Click here for corporate hospitality packages currently available or contact the VRC Corporate Sales team on 03 8378 0722.


General Admission pricing for the 2024 Melbourne Cup Carnival:

Race day

Ticket

Full price

2024 (early bird until 31 July)

Penfolds Victoria Derby Day

Saturday 2 November

Adult

$88

$65

Concession

$66

$49

Junior (12-17)

$26

$20

Children (U12)

FREE

FREE

Family*

$176

$130

Lexus Melbourne Cup Day

Tuesday 5 November

Adult

$99

$75

Concession

$74

$56

Junior (12-17)

$30

$23

Children (U12)

FREE

FREE

Family*

$198

$150

VRC Oaks Day

Thursday 7 November

Adult

$65

$48

Concession

$49

$36

Junior (12-17)

$20

$14

Children (U12)

FREE

FREE

Family*

$130

$96

TAB Champions Stakes Day

Saturday 9 November

Adult

$65

$48

Concession

$49

$36

Junior (12-17)

$20

$14

Children (U12)

FREE

FREE

Family*

$130

$96

*Family = 2 adults and 2 juniors under 17